A judge can let someone avoid jail and instead join a community treatment program if the judge believes keeping that person locked up is not needed to keep the public safe, and that the person would benefit from guidance or training in a community program.
559.120. may be granted, when — participation, when. — The may place a on probation and require his or her participation in a program established section 217.777 if, having regard to the nature and circumstances of the and to the history and character of the defendant, the court is of the opinion that:
(1) Traditional of the defendant is not necessary for the protection of the public, given adequate supervision; and
(2) The defendant is in need of guidance, training, or other , which, in his or her case, can be effectively administered through participation in a community-based treatment program.
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Source & history notes
(L. 1990 H.B. 974, A.L. 2014 S.B. 491, A.L. 2021 S.B. 53 & 60)
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